Christchurch Tram & Gondola Pass

South Island

Christchurch Attractions

from

NZ$77

per adult

Christchurch heritage tram and Gondola with views over Lyttelton Harbour.

Experiences

Family-friendly Tours

Day Tours

South Island

Start: Christchurch

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Discover Christchurch’s Best City Experiences

The Christchurch Tram is a charming way to explore the city, with 18 stops at must-see attractions like the Botanic Gardens and Riverside Market. Its hop-on, hop-off pass lets you travel at your own pace, adding flexibility to your sightseeing. From colourful New Regent Street to the lush greenery of Hagley Park, it’s the perfect blend of history and convenience.

Pair your tram ride with the Christchurch Gondola for a full day of unforgettable views and experiences. The gondola ride takes you to the top of the Port Hills, where sweeping views stretch across the city and coastline. With a café, walking tracks, and family-friendly attractions, it’s a highlight not to be missed.

Family walking beside a Christchurch Tram on New Regent Street

Christchurch Tram 152 passing by Tūranga Central Library in Cathedral Square

Tram 1888 on Worcester Street Bridge beside Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre

Tram 11 passing Grant Thornton House on Worcester Boulevard in Christchurch

Gondola cabin arriving at summit station overlooking Lyttelton Harbour

Gondola cabin overlooking Banks Peninsula and the turquoise waters of Lyttelton Harbour

Gondola descending from Port Hills with Christchurch city visible in the distance

Family enjoying the Time Tunnel ride at Christchurch Gondola, passing historical dioramas

Elevated view of Lyttelton township and harbour from Port Hills near Christchurch

See Christchurch Tram Map

Why the Tram & Gondola Pass is a Top Choice

Combining two iconic Christchurch experiences, the Tram & Gondola Pass offers unbeatable value. Visitors can enjoy the convenience of city sightseeing along with the adventure of a scenic mountain ride. It’s the ultimate way to see the best of Christchurch in one day.

Whether you’re after panoramic photos, a relaxed city tour, or simply a fun day out, this pass has it all. Families, couples, and solo travellers alike will love the variety and flexibility it provides. It’s no wonder this combo is considered one of Christchurch’s top attractions.

Inclusions

All-day Christchurch Tram ticket.
Return Gondola ticket.
Flexibility to visit both attractions on the same day or different days.

Important Information

Gondola hours: 10am-4pm daily. Last ride down 60 minutes after closing.
Tram hours: 9:50am - 5pm daily. Last tram departs stop one at 4pm.

Age Information:

Adults: 16 years +
Children: 5-15 years
Infants: Under 5 years go free.
Family Pass: 2 adults and up to 3 children
All children must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Cancellation and Refunds

2 days or more: Full refund*
Between 2 days and 24 hours: 75% refund*
Within 24 hours/No Show: No refund

Note: **Refund excludes credit card or payment fees if applicable, which are non-refundable.

Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.*

Frequently asked questions

Our base station is fully wheelchair accessible, and a wheelchair is available for guests to borrow from reception. The Gondola cabins can accommodate manual wheelchairs up to 600mm wide, which is the maximum width of the cabin doorway. At the summit station, an elevator allows wheelchair users easy access to the café, observatory, and function spaces. However, please note that the Christchurch Discovery Ride is not accessible for wheelchairs.

The Christchurch Gondola ride usually lasts about 10 minutes, but at top speed, the journey can be completed in just 4 minutes and 30 seconds.

A full circuit on the Christchurch Tram takes approximately 50 minutes, but your ticket is valid for hop-on hop-off travel throughout the entire day.

Christchurch Tram Hours: 9:50am - 5pm daily. Last tram departs stop one at 4pm.

Trams run approximately every 10-15 minutes in summer and every 15-25 minutes in winter. Tickets valid for 1 calendar day.

There are currently 18 stops throughout central Christchurch. Customers can hop on and off at any stop, and our trams will pause at every stop so there is no need to alert the driver in advance that you would like to board or disembark.

If you have pre-purchased a ticket online through website, you can collect your tickets at our Booking Office at stop 1 in Cathedral Junction or from the drivers at any of our stops. You will just need to show the staff the booking confirmation and quote your booking reference (CHXXXXXX) in order to collect your tickets.

Two of Christchurch Trams are able to accommodate up to 2 manual wheelchairs on board at one time using the wheelchair hoist located in Cathedral Junction (please note that motorised wheelchairs are too heavy for the hoist to lift, and the maximum safe working load is 250kg). We recommend phoning ahead on the day to check whether wheelchair-accessible trams are operating and what time they will be departing from Cathedral Junction.

2 to 3 small, folded prams can be accommodated on board each of the larger trams (please note that the smaller trams are not able to accommodate folded trams so as not to block access to the aisles). Several trams also have pram hooks available to secure up to two prams to the exterior of the trams.

No, you can visit the attractions on different days if you prefer.

No, the Christchurch Tram doesn't go to the Gondola. The Gondola is about a 15-minute drive from the city centre. You can also reach it by taking public bus number 8 from the Christchurch Bus Interchange, which stops right at the Gondola Base Station.